We're delighted to be partnering with a leading Lloyd's syndicate to find an Capital Actuary to join their high-performing international capital modelling team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where innovation. You'll take ownership of important model components, drive process improvements, and contribute to strategic projects including the build of a new modelling platform. This role is not limited to but includes: Maintain and update the Economic Capital Model (ECM), reporting results to senior management. Oversee and enhance the Catastrophe Risk module within the Standard Formula. Partner with Exposure Management to keep reinsurance programmes and catastrophe data up to date. Lead quarterly capital reporting to head office. Identify, prioritise, and deliver key ECM development projects. For more information please apply.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
We're delighted to be partnering with a leading Lloyd's syndicate to find an Capital Actuary to join their high-performing international capital modelling team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where innovation. You'll take ownership of important model components, drive process improvements, and contribute to strategic projects including the build of a new modelling platform. This role is not limited to but includes: Maintain and update the Economic Capital Model (ECM), reporting results to senior management. Oversee and enhance the Catastrophe Risk module within the Standard Formula. Partner with Exposure Management to keep reinsurance programmes and catastrophe data up to date. Lead quarterly capital reporting to head office. Identify, prioritise, and deliver key ECM development projects. For more information please apply.
About us Our client is a leading global advisory, broking and solutions company that helps clients around the world turn risk into a path for growth. With roots dating to 1828, and has 39,000 employees in more than 120 territories. They design and deliver solutions that manage risk, optimize benefits, cultivate talent, and expand the power of capital to protect and strengthen institutions and individuals. Their unique perspective allows us to see the critical intersections between talent, assets and ideas - the dynamic formula that drives business performance Holidays are accrued for PAYE contractors and they get 28days to start off with which increases to 33days after 12weeks. Description: Analysing business requirements, Trust Deed and Rules and other scheme documentation and planning an appropriate software solution with a focus on accuracy, build efficiency and maintainability. Foster a culture of quality and in still behaviour required for success. Interact with third parties such as the scheme actuary and solicitors to clarify complex and technical queries. Completing given tasks in a timely fashion including managing deadlines appropriately. Providing an efficient, professional service to meet all client needs and to promote the the company brand. Alongside other analysts produce detailed calculation proforma from first principles and supporting automation test packs. Work towards developing and optimizing end to end automation. Build on technical expertise/capabilities/skills and contribute towards measurable improvements. Contribute to the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives and single team culture to increase end to end automation efficiencies and results. The Requirements Background in UK occupational pensions specifically DB Self-starter attitude and ability to work well within ambiguity. Adeptness at learning new technology and tools. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Strong ability to think through problems and implement solutions. Demonstrated ability to multi-task and work on virtual teams. Process driven with ability to modify approach. Excellent time management and ability to meet deadlines. Working knowledge of MS Excel & Word. Good time management skills and the ability to organize and prioritize own workload. Problem solving and analytical skills. Ability to work effectively as an independent contributor or as part of a broader team. Experience establishing standards and procedures and advocate best practices. Some knowledge of Unix-based operating systems, use of the command line and SQL is advantageous but not essential as training will be provided. Strong knowledge of Contracting Out Requirements such as GMP Strong Defined Benefit Knowledge, including historical knowledge of UK Pensions Legislation. Equal Opportunity Employer
Sep 01, 2025
Contractor
About us Our client is a leading global advisory, broking and solutions company that helps clients around the world turn risk into a path for growth. With roots dating to 1828, and has 39,000 employees in more than 120 territories. They design and deliver solutions that manage risk, optimize benefits, cultivate talent, and expand the power of capital to protect and strengthen institutions and individuals. Their unique perspective allows us to see the critical intersections between talent, assets and ideas - the dynamic formula that drives business performance Holidays are accrued for PAYE contractors and they get 28days to start off with which increases to 33days after 12weeks. Description: Analysing business requirements, Trust Deed and Rules and other scheme documentation and planning an appropriate software solution with a focus on accuracy, build efficiency and maintainability. Foster a culture of quality and in still behaviour required for success. Interact with third parties such as the scheme actuary and solicitors to clarify complex and technical queries. Completing given tasks in a timely fashion including managing deadlines appropriately. Providing an efficient, professional service to meet all client needs and to promote the the company brand. Alongside other analysts produce detailed calculation proforma from first principles and supporting automation test packs. Work towards developing and optimizing end to end automation. Build on technical expertise/capabilities/skills and contribute towards measurable improvements. Contribute to the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives and single team culture to increase end to end automation efficiencies and results. The Requirements Background in UK occupational pensions specifically DB Self-starter attitude and ability to work well within ambiguity. Adeptness at learning new technology and tools. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Strong ability to think through problems and implement solutions. Demonstrated ability to multi-task and work on virtual teams. Process driven with ability to modify approach. Excellent time management and ability to meet deadlines. Working knowledge of MS Excel & Word. Good time management skills and the ability to organize and prioritize own workload. Problem solving and analytical skills. Ability to work effectively as an independent contributor or as part of a broader team. Experience establishing standards and procedures and advocate best practices. Some knowledge of Unix-based operating systems, use of the command line and SQL is advantageous but not essential as training will be provided. Strong knowledge of Contracting Out Requirements such as GMP Strong Defined Benefit Knowledge, including historical knowledge of UK Pensions Legislation. Equal Opportunity Employer
MERJE are working with a growing Life Insurance firm who are looking to make a new hire for a Head of Actuarial Reporting and Valuations. Managing a small team (but growing in size under your leadership), you'll be taking on responsibility for core Reporting and Capital and Valuation responsibilities as the company takes on new products and markets. It's a brilliant opportunity to define the scope of your role and collaborate with the Chief Actuary, as well as Head of functions across Actuarial and Finance. We're looking at Qualified Life Actuaries (although extensive experience without full qualification can be considered). Demonstrable expertise in the Capital, Reporting and Valuations markets are required. Strong regulatory knowledge in Solvency II is desirable People management experience ideal, but not mandatory (as long as you are interested in doing so). Applicants must be located and eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship. Please note, should feedback not be received within 28 days, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. In applying for this role, you may be registered on our database so we can contact you about suitable opportunities in future. Your data will be managed in accordance with our Privacy Policy, which can be found on our website. If you would like this job advertisement in an alternative format, please contact MERJE directly.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
MERJE are working with a growing Life Insurance firm who are looking to make a new hire for a Head of Actuarial Reporting and Valuations. Managing a small team (but growing in size under your leadership), you'll be taking on responsibility for core Reporting and Capital and Valuation responsibilities as the company takes on new products and markets. It's a brilliant opportunity to define the scope of your role and collaborate with the Chief Actuary, as well as Head of functions across Actuarial and Finance. We're looking at Qualified Life Actuaries (although extensive experience without full qualification can be considered). Demonstrable expertise in the Capital, Reporting and Valuations markets are required. Strong regulatory knowledge in Solvency II is desirable People management experience ideal, but not mandatory (as long as you are interested in doing so). Applicants must be located and eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship. Please note, should feedback not be received within 28 days, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. In applying for this role, you may be registered on our database so we can contact you about suitable opportunities in future. Your data will be managed in accordance with our Privacy Policy, which can be found on our website. If you would like this job advertisement in an alternative format, please contact MERJE directly.
Oliver James are recruiting on behalf of a Life Insurer who require support in Capital projects. This is a UK based contract, you must live in the UK and be a UK tax resident to apply. Start: September OctoberDuration: 6 month initial contractRate: Dependent on experienceLocation: South East based office - travel requirements flexible. Responsibilities: Reviewing Capital Management framework, stress and scenario testing review, supporting with PRA applications and review of capital strategy. Required experience: - FIA or qualified by experience in Life Insurance industry (8+ years).- Strong knowledge of Solvency II and UK regulatory requirements.- Recent experience in capital management focussed role (non-negotiable). Focus on frameworks, methodology, SST and PRA application involvement are all strongly desirable.- Soft skills involving working to deadlines, stakeholder management and fostering positive relationships. Could you be interested in a new interim/contract role? Please contact Laura West for more information by sending your updated CV to
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Oliver James are recruiting on behalf of a Life Insurer who require support in Capital projects. This is a UK based contract, you must live in the UK and be a UK tax resident to apply. Start: September OctoberDuration: 6 month initial contractRate: Dependent on experienceLocation: South East based office - travel requirements flexible. Responsibilities: Reviewing Capital Management framework, stress and scenario testing review, supporting with PRA applications and review of capital strategy. Required experience: - FIA or qualified by experience in Life Insurance industry (8+ years).- Strong knowledge of Solvency II and UK regulatory requirements.- Recent experience in capital management focussed role (non-negotiable). Focus on frameworks, methodology, SST and PRA application involvement are all strongly desirable.- Soft skills involving working to deadlines, stakeholder management and fostering positive relationships. Could you be interested in a new interim/contract role? Please contact Laura West for more information by sending your updated CV to
